Alice Oglethorpe

"By now, the pink ribbon and breast cancer awareness are almost as synonymous with October as pumpkins. And for Missie Bender, owner of one Vignette Home, breast cancer awareness is a cause close to her heart: Her closest girlfriend is a breast cancer survivor." Read more

"I can’t get enough of Missoni—whether it’s the tray I grabbed at Target during their collaboration or my wool scarf that doesn’t quite keep me warm enough on frigid days, but that I wear anyway." Read more

"One open house is enough to get me excited—this weekend I don’t know what’s going to happen. The Chicago Architecture Foundation is hosting Open House Chicago, which is basically an open house that takes over the entire city." Read more

"A recent survey shows that Americans will spend almost $8 billion on Halloween decorations, costumes, and candy this year. You’re on your own for the costumes and candy, but we’ve got some Chicago shops that offer super-spooky décor." Read more

"This month, the Frank Lloyd Wright Preservation Trust is hosting October After House at Robie House (5757 S. Woodlawn Ave.). Taking place every Friday in October from 5 to 8 p.m., these casual gatherings will include acoustic jazz, beverages, and light bites." Read more